Shade and Canopy Cooling Effect.
The air under the shade of a tree can be as much as 25 degrees F cooler than air above nearby blacktop. (click for more)
Thanks to shade and evapotranspiration (the process by which a plant actively releases water vapor from leaves), the air around trees can be as much as 6 degrees F cooler than surrounding temperatures. Heat waves are believed to cause more deaths in the United States than all other natural disasters combined. Shade can save lives and make life more comfortable.
A Welcoming View for Residents and Visitors
Tree-lined streets and changing colors in the fall! Residents and visitors alike are attracted to the beauty of a city with trees.
Economic Value and Energy Conservation
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